Every treatment process, whether for malocclusions or other conditions, should begin with proper diagnosis. Radiological examinations form the basis of accurate diagnosis, which in turn leads to effective treatment of diseases and disorders. Incorrect diagnosis can result in improper or complete omission of treatment for the most serious conditions of the patient. Therefore, radiology holds a special place in initial diagnosis and monitoring the treatment process of patients.
What does precise radiological diagnosis rely on?
The first and most crucial pillar is the person performing and interpreting the radiological examination. With the advancement of science, technology, and imaging methods, continuous training and professional skill enhancement are essential. Participation in courses, conferences, and keeping up-to-date with the latest publications is fundamental in a rapidly evolving field like radiology. Working at universities, delivering lectures, and conducting courses for students and doctors is an excellent way to refresh knowledge and continually improve professional skills. Collaborating with specialists in the field and receiving feedback from doctors of other specialties (such as orthodontists and surgeons) is another pillar of continuous development in radiology. All these challenging activities facilitate continuous growth and professional qualifications. Combining them with a passion for development allows radiologists to perform their work at a high level. That's why we recommend radiological examinations performed in our clinic by Dr. med. Wojciech Kazimierczak, a scientific and didactic employee of Collegium Medicum UMK, a radiologist at the University Hospital No. 1 in Bydgoszcz, an author of scientific papers, and a reviewer for scientific journals.
The second pillar of imaging diagnostics is advanced diagnostic equipment. It allows obtaining high-quality images, enabling accurate diagnoses with the highest confidence. Clinical practice shows that using dental CBCT and high-quality ultrasound devices enables the detection and characterization of changes often invisible or misdiagnosed on weaker equipment. This allows for proper guidance of the patient's further treatment process, early detection of malignant changes, differentiation of benign changes, or the possibility of discontinuing burdensome and repetitive diagnostics. We are proud to inform that patients at Kazimierczak Orthodontics and Radiology Clinic are diagnosed using the most advanced systems in their respective fields.
The Philips Epiq Elite ultrasound system is a highly advanced device for ultrasound examinations, unique in the entire region. In combination with the most sophisticated available Philips C5-1 PureWave and eL18-4 PureWave transducers, it allows obtaining images of the highest quality. The wide range of frequencies of both probes enables examinations of both newborns and obese adults. Numerous available image analysis functions often enable a final diagnosis of changes detected using less advanced ultrasound devices. The Shear Wave elastography function is particularly useful in diagnosing ambiguous changes in breast, thyroid, and liver ultrasounds. The use of elastography in a significant number of cases allows for differentiation of benign changes from malignant ones and directing the patient to the appropriate treatment.
The Hyperion x9 3D PRO CBCT scanner allows obtaining incredibly precise and detailed images, significantly facilitating the diagnosis of even the most complicated cases. The spatial resolution at 68 μm enables the diagnosis of even the smallest and most subtle changes in the maxilla and mandible and the implementation of proper dental treatment. The 13 x 16 cm imaging field enables coverage of the entire range of the maxilla and mandible, as well as a significant portion of the patient's paranasal sinuses. As a result, the patient is not exposed to multiple scans of a selected area, reducing radiation exposure and making the examination safer. Additionally, this has repeatedly allowed the implementation of treatment for paranasal sinus diseases diagnosed in our patients during dental CT scans.
